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Don't Be Dull In Central Oregon

Five Tips For The Weekend

By Joseph Friedrichs, 4-13-07

Other than the usual and played-out drinking scene that goes down each Friday and Saturday night in downtown Bend, there’s not much on the social-networking calendar this weekend.

So, to compensate for the lack of entertainment, the writing staff at NewWest.Net/Bend has come up with five things to do this weekend that will be both physically and mentally rewarding. Enjoy.

Go Hiking: Although the snow is still abundant in the Cascades, particularly after this week’s added accumulation, head east and stomp through the high desert. If you haven’t been to Fort Rock or Smith Rock State Park, now’s the time.

Clean The House: There’s no great concerts or art hops to cover for the lack of cleaning around the homestead this weekend. Bust out the broom, turn up the tunes, and clean the damn house.  It makes for much better living.

Go Fishing: The trout are increasingly biting on the Deschutes. Or, if you’re feeling ambitious, head up to Lake Billy Chinook and try landing a gigantic lake trout. Fly fishing, spin casting, whatever, just remember that you’ll never catch a fish without having your line in the water.

Take A Swim: Juniper Aquatic and Fitness Center is a fine place to spend an afternoon. Plunge into the pool and feel your life change with each stroke. Or, take to the weight room and get the heart pumping. For added wellness, we suggest walking or riding your bike to Juniper.

Walk The Streets: Get to know your community by walking about the town. Characters dwell on just about every corner, particularly downtown and near Drake Park. There’s no reason to rush, simply stroll around. Strike up a conversation with a stranger. It could change your life.

If these ideas don’t fit with your life’s agenda, click here to see what’s going on Friday.

For Saturday, click here.

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